$131 Million Confiscated: Inside Crypto's Largest Law Enforcement Partnership

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Binance processed 71,000 law enforcement requests & helped seize $131M in illicit funds, highlighting crypto’s growing role in global financial crime prevention
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Crypto exchanges are becoming key players in global financial crime enforcement. In 2025, Binance processed over 71,000 law enforcement requests and helped confiscate $131 million in illicit funds. With 1,500+ compliance staff and operations across 20 jurisdictions, exchanges now mirror traditional financial institutions—marking a major shift from crypto’s early, loosely regulated years.